Coco Gauff’s Adjustment Step Drills for Footwork Mastery

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Learn how Coco Gauff built world-class footwork with fast adjustment steps. Use these drills to improve timing, balance, and power on every shot.

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Backhand Progressions & Footwork From Gauff’s Coach
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Transition Footwork & Drills Used by Coco Gauff
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Developing Coco Gauff: Coaching the Greatest Junior Ever
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Developing Coco Gauff’s Serve from a Young Age
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Teaching the Serve to a 6-Year-Old Beginner Player
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